Admissions Overview
The admission process at Guilford College has a 84% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Guilford College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
84%
Less Selective
Application Volume
3,397
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Guilford College has a 84% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Guilford College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Guilford College. About 11% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 910 to 1,180. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 25.
SAT Scores
11% of students submitted400
1600
910 – 1180
200
800
460 – 600
200
800
450 – 580
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
18 – 25
1
36
15 – 24
1
36
16 – 24
Admission Statistics
3,397 students applied to GUILFORD. Of those, 84% were accepted (2,837 students). Of these 2,837 accepted students, 395 chose to enroll.
3,397
Total Applicants
2,837
Students Admitted
395
Students Enrolled
84%
Acceptance Rate